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SUMMARY:River Rock Mandala Dot Art Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Kinstone + Connections = Kinections!\nAre you looking for more opportunities to deepen your connections to Nature\, self and others? Come experience the beauty of creative expression – join us for this introduction into the fun and creative world of Mandala Dot Art Painting on smooth river rocks! \nThis would be a great gift for anyone for Mother’s Day! \n\nCheri Bunker will guide us during this two hour creative workshop. Make your own painted mandala design on a smooth river rock. Paint one or more rocks in class. All supplies are provided and you will go home with your finished rock art. \nEach participant will get their own painting tool kit and three bottles of paint. You will be able to take home your painted rock(s) AND your painting tool kit and paints so you can use your new art skills to create more painted rocks or objects you may have at home at a later time. Place your painted rock(s) outside in your garden or inside your home. \nNo experience necessary. There is no right or wrong way to paint these works of art. Just come ready to connect\, create and have fun! \nDate: Saturday\, May 17 \nTime: 1pm – 3pm \nCost: $35 \nTicket includes instruction and all required materials. \n  \n\nMANDALA: A mandala is an ancient art form based on geometric patterns and spiritual symbolism that essentially represents the universe in its ideal form. The word “mandala” comes from Sanskrit\, meaning “circle”. The circle is seen as a magical form\, without beginning and without end. Circles represent unity\, eternity\, wholeness and perfection. Mandala dot paintings are geometric designs or patterns\, usually circular in nature and created with many small\, colorful dots. The act of creating mandala dot art can be very centering and calming and mandalas are often used as meditation tools. \n\nAbout your Instructor: \nCheri Bunker is a lifelong crafter and has over 20 years of experience presenting and facilitating many different types of classes and programs. She teaches mandala rock art classes\, spirit doll making classes\, Soul Collage ®\,  drumming and movement\, and other workshops! Her specialty is drumming and she created her business Drum It Up! out of her love of the drum and the positive effect it has on all her clients. Cheri facilitates the drumming program HealthRHYTHMS ®  and works with all populations specializing in memory care and disabled population. \nCheri is a REMO HealthRHYTHMS ® Endorsed Group Drumming Facilitator\, Licensed Drumtastic Teacher\, Rhythm2Recovery Facilitator\, Sound Healing Facilitator\, SoulCollage ® Facilitator\, Reiki Master/Teacher\, and Certified Aromatherapist. She continues to study\, learn\, teach\, and practice creativity\, healing and creating community. She is also a retired Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Follow her on Facebook at this link:  https://www.facebook.com/drumitup1234/
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SUMMARY:Self-Illumination Through Art and Words
DESCRIPTION:SELF–ILLUMINATION THROUGH ART AND WORDS\nCalling all humans! If you are a seeker\, someone who wants to find out more about yourself\, and find a way to express who you really are\, then this is a sure path to that end. We will be creative\, artistic and we will use our words. No experience necessary! In one six-hour workshop\, we will delve into ourselves and create a work that uses both art and writing as a form of self-expression and self-knowledge and self-illumination. \nYou will be presented with a plain Styrofoam mannequin head and a lot of decorative choices such as beads\, feathers\, paints\, sequins\, buttons\, you name it. You can even bring your own materials to use if you want. You will look at the mannequin as if it is a mirror and you will create the one you see there – yes\, yourself. \nAfter lunch (bring your own!) and some discussion\, you will write to that reflection. Any words you choose will be the right words – they may be poetry\, memoir\, possibly even fiction (if you feel that who you are requires a mask).  At the end\, you will walk out of this workshop with a better sense of who you are and what you can accomplish in your life. You will have gained new insights and you may feel more settled\, peaceful and firmly on your way. \nYou don’t need to be an artist to join in. You don’t need to be a writer to be a part of this. You just need to be YOU. All you need to be is…human! \nPlease bring your own sack lunch. Beverages (i.e. water\, tea\, and coffee) will be provided. \nDate: Saturday\, August 3 \nTime: 10:00am to 4:00pm (plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early!) \nLocation: the Kinstone Visitor Center; Kinstone\, S3439 Cole Bluff Lane\, Fountain City\, WI\, 54629 \nCOST: Regular Price: $95.00; Early Bird price through July 3: $75.00 \nTicket includes instruction\, a selection of art and writing materials\, and general admission to Kinstone. \nThere are No Refunds unless the event is cancelled by Kinstone. \n  \nLimited attendance! Sign up early to reserve your spot.  \nWhat to bring: \n\nBring your own sack lunch and any snacks you wish to eat. There will be a refrigerator available if needed.\nFeel free to bring any special art supplies you might want to use and/or whatever it is you like to write on – including your tablet or laptop. Note that there will be a selection of decorative art supplies and writing materials provided.\nA willingness to be open and creative\nA blanket or cushion\, if you wish\, for your comfort; padded chairs and worktables are available for all\nYour own water bottle / travel mug. Note: water\, coffee and tea will be provided; and we encourage you to bring your own water bottle/travel mug to drink from. There is sparkling water and soda pop available for purchase in the Gift Shop.\nYou may have time to get outdoors and walk around Kinstone (weather permitting) before or after class; be prepared by bringing your own sunscreen\, insect repellent\, umbrella\, sunglasses\, sunhat\, or other personal items; dress for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes!\n\n\nAbout your instructor: Kathie Giorgio \nKATHIE GIORGIO is the critically acclaimed author of seven novels\, The Home For Wayward Clocks (2011)\, Learning To Tell (A Life)Time (2013)\, Rise From The River (2015)\, In Grace’s Time (2017)\, If You Tame Me (2019)\, All Told (2022)\, and Hope Always Rises (just released in March 2023)\,  two story collections\, Enlarged Hearts (2012) and Oddities & Endings; The Collected Stories Of Kathie Giorgio (2016)\, a collection of essays\, Today’s Moment Of Happiness Despite The News; A Year Of Spontaneous Essays (2018)\, and four poetry books\, True Light Falls In Many Forms (2016)\, When You Finally Said No (2019)\, No Matter Which Way You Look\, There Is More To See (2020) and Olivia In Five\, Seven\, Five; Autism In Haiku (2022). She’s been nominated for the Pushcart Prize in fiction and poetry and awarded the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Wisconsin Library Association\, the Silver Pen Award for Literary Excellence\, the Pencraft Award for Literary Excellence\, and the Eric Hoffer Award In Fiction. Her poem “Light” won runner-up in the 2021 Rosebud Magazine Poetry Prize and her poem\, “Again”\, won first prize in the Wisconsin Writers Association’s Jade Ring contest. She is a two-time winner of the Zona Gale Short Fiction Award\, for her stories\, “Quiet” and “Recipe”. Her short story\, “Snapdragon”\, was performed on stage for the Stories On Stage series at Su Teatro theatre in Boulder\, Colorado. Her poem\, “Harvest Moon”\, was included in the Poetry Leaves exhibition in Waterford\, Michigan. In a recent column\, Jim Higgins\, the books editor of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel\, listed Giorgio as one of the top 21 Wisconsin writers of the 21st century.\n\nBesides being a writer\, Giorgio is also the director and founder of the international creative writing studio\, AllWriters’ Workplace & Workshop LLC. AllWriters’ offers online and on-site courses and workshops in all genres and abilities of creative writing\, as well as coaching and editing services. Thousands of writers worldwide have gotten their start at AllWriters’\, and thousands have continued their career there. Giorgio has taught for 28 years. She also paints\, primarily in acrylics\, though she has a fondness for painting mannequins. Find out more about Kathie at her website here: kathiegiorgio.org.\n\n\nRefund Policy:  There are no refunds. If you sign up and then determine you cannot attend; you may offer your spot to another individual if you wish. If you choose to do this\, please let Kinstone know in advance. Thank you.
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SUMMARY:Kin Spirit Nature Spirit Doll Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Kinstone + Connections = Kinections!\nAre you looking for more opportunities to deepen your connections to Nature\, self and others? Come experience the beauty of creative expression – join us for this art workshop to create a nature spirit doll called a Kin Spirit that includes at least one item found in nature at Kinstone! \n\nCheri Bunker will guide us during this three hour creative workshop. All supplies and tools are provided for your use and you will go home with your finished Kin Spirit nature spirit doll. \nYou will create your very own Kin Spirit beginning with a guided meditation. Questions like\, “Who is my Kin Spirit?”\, “What does she/he represent?”\, and “What part of me does she/he embody?” will help shape the emerging spirit of the doll. \nYou will create your Kin Spirit using natural items such as twigs\, branches\, stems\, flowers\, fibers\, fabric\, stones\, botanicals\, shells\, and more. Items collected from Kinstone will be included in available supplies; however\, there will also be time for the group to go out into nature (weather permitting) to find a special item from the Kinstone Prairie or other parts of the Kinstone grounds to include in your Kin Spirit doll. \nThe limbs and body may be twigs\, tree branches or stems wrapped with your choice of fiber\, fabric or both. Fabric\, fibers\, shells\, stones\, botanicals\, or other items from nature can be used as embellishments. Prefabricated\, molded faces will be available to paint or you may choose one of the pre-painted air dried clay faces\, or other natural item you may find like a nut or stone. Crown your Kin Spirit with fiber or leaves or other natural hair in any way you feel is right: beautiful and flowing\, wild and frizzy\, short and soft\, spiky\, or any other way. If there is something special you would like to add to your own Kin Spirit doll\, please bring it with you! \nAll supplies are provided. The sky is the limit as to what you can create with the added energy of Kinstone. \nNo experience is necessary. There is no right or wrong way to create these beautiful works of art. Just come ready to connect\, create and have fun! \nDate: Saturday\, July 20 \nTime: 1:00pm – 4:00pm \nCost: $45 \nTicket includes instruction and all required materials. \n  \n\nWhat is a Kin Spirit?  \nA Kin Spirit is a spirit doll created from items found in nature\, including items found and collected from the Kinstone property. The doll becomes your kin – someone related to you and even part of you\, with deep soul bonds to you. \nWhat is a Spirit Doll? \nWe love this description from Friends of the Forest: “Spirit dolls are handmade dolls that are infused with the energy and essence of nature. They can be made using materials such as twigs\, leaves\, feathers\, and stones – all found in our natural surroundings. By using these materials\, we not only celebrate the beauty of nature but also bring its healing properties into our lives. \nCreating spirit dolls from nature is a meditative process that allows us to slow down\, connect with our surroundings\, and tap into our creativity. As we gather materials from the earth\, we become more mindful of our environment and develop a deeper appreciation for its wonders. \nMoreover\, spirit dolls serve as powerful reminders of our connection to the natural world. Placing them in our homes or sacred spaces can help create a sense of peace and harmony. They can also serve as talismans for protection or symbols for manifesting intentions.” \n \n\nAbout your Instructor: \nCheri Bunker is a lifelong crafter and has over 20 years of experience presenting and facilitating many different types of classes and programs. She teaches mandala rock art classes\, spirit doll making classes\, Soul Collage ®\,  drumming and movement\, and other workshops! Her specialty is drumming and she created her business Drum It Up! out of her love of the drum and the positive effect it has on all her clients. Cheri facilitates the drumming program HealthRHYTHMS ®  and works with all populations specializing in memory care and disabled population. \nCheri is a REMO HealthRHYTHMS ® Endorsed Group Drumming Facilitator\, Licensed Drumtastic Teacher\, Rhythm2Recovery Facilitator\, Sound Healing Facilitator\, SoulCollage ® Facilitator\, Reiki Master/Teacher\, and Certified Aromatherapist. She continues to study\, learn\, teach\, and practice creativity\, healing and creating community. She is also a retired Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Follow her on Facebook at this link:  https://www.facebook.com/drumitup1234/
URL:https://www.kinstonecircle.com/events/kinspirit-workshop/
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SUMMARY:River Rock Mandala Dot Art Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Kinstone + Connections = Kinections!\nAre you looking for more opportunities to deepen your connections to Nature\, self and others? Come experience the beauty of creative expression – join us for this introduction into the fun and creative world of Mandala Dot Art Painting on smooth river rocks! \n\nCheri Bunker will guide us during this two hour creative workshop. Make your own painted mandala design on a smooth river rock. Paint one or more rocks in class. All supplies are provided and you will go home with your finished rock art. \nEach participant will get their own painting tool kit and three bottles of paint. You will be able to take home your painted rock(s) AND your painting tool kit and paints so you can use your new art skills to create more painted rocks or objects you may have at home at a later time. Place your painted rock(s) outside in your garden or inside your home. \nNo experience necessary. There is no right or wrong way to paint these works of art. Just come ready to connect\, create and have fun! \nDate: Saturday\, June 29 \nTime: 1pm – 3pm \nCost: $35 \nTicket includes instruction and all required materials. \n\nMANDALA: A mandala is an ancient art form based on geometric patterns and spiritual symbolism that essentially represents the universe in its ideal form. The word “mandala” comes from Sanskrit\, meaning “circle”. The circle is seen as a magical form\, without beginning and without end. Circles represent unity\, eternity\, wholeness and perfection. Mandala dot paintings are geometric designs or patterns\, usually circular in nature and created with many small\, colorful dots. The act of creating mandala dot art can be very centering and calming and mandalas are often used as meditation tools. \n\nAbout your Instructor: \nCheri Bunker is a lifelong crafter and has over 20 years of experience presenting and facilitating many different types of classes and programs. She teaches mandala rock art classes\, spirit doll making classes\, Soul Collage ®\,  drumming and movement\, and other workshops! Her specialty is drumming and she created her business Drum It Up! out of her love of the drum and the positive effect it has on all her clients. Cheri facilitates the drumming program HealthRHYTHMS ®  and works with all populations specializing in memory care and disabled population. \nCheri is a REMO HealthRHYTHMS ® Endorsed Group Drumming Facilitator\, Licensed Drumtastic Teacher\, Rhythm2Recovery Facilitator\, Sound Healing Facilitator\, SoulCollage ® Facilitator\, Reiki Master/Teacher\, and Certified Aromatherapist. She continues to study\, learn\, teach\, and practice creativity\, healing and creating community. She is also a retired Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Follow her on Facebook at this link:  https://www.facebook.com/drumitup1234/
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